Head-to-head · Document Scanning Software
ExactScan vs Readiris PDF
ExactScan leads on 0 checks, Readiris PDF on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreExactScan · 8.3/10
- Free trialonly ExactScan
- Most featuresExactScan · 3 of 4
ExactScan scores higher on our rubric for document scanning software: 8.3 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.
ExactScan is the better fit for cross-platform batch scanning with barcode workflows. Readiris PDF is the better fit for OCR-heavy PDF conversion and editing.
- ExactScan fits best
Cross-platform batch scanning with barcode workflows
- Readiris PDF fits best
OCR-heavy PDF conversion and editing
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Side by side
| Feature | ExactScan 8.3/10 Visit ↗ | Readiris PDF 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.3 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #7 in Document Scanning Software | #8 in Document Scanning Software |
| Best for | Cross-platform batch scanning with barcode workflows | OCR-heavy PDF conversion and editing |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | €80 one-time | $99/device one-time |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 14 days | — |
| Deployment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS |
| Support | Email, Docs | Docs |
| Integrations | 3 integrations | 4 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business |
| Features ExactScan 3/4 · Readiris PDF 1/4 | ||
| Scanner support | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Camera capture | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Batch scanning | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Searchable PDF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| OCR languages | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Supported platforms | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Export formats | PDF, TIFF, GIF, PCX, JPEG, JPEG-2000, BMP, PNG, PNM, RTF, HTML, TXT | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | ExactScan is desktop document-scanning software for people digitizing paper documents with compatible scanners across Windows, macOS, and Linux. It includes built-in drivers for more than 500 document scanners, plus TWAIN and ImageCapture… Read the review → |
Readiris PDF is desktop software for scanning, OCR processing, converting, editing, and managing documents. It is designed for individuals, professionals, and organizations that work with scanned documents and image-only PDFs. Its core… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ExactScan — where it wins
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux with more than 500 scanner drivers
- Supports batch processing, barcode splitting, OCR, and configurable scan profiles
- Exports to PDF, TIFF, JPEG, PNG, RTF, HTML, TXT, and other formats
Where it doesn't
- The software requires a one-time purchase starting at €80
- OCR, barcode recognition, and batch processing are listed with ExactScan Pro
- Its workflow depends on compatible scanners and TWAIN or ImageCapture support
Readiris PDF — where it wins
- OCR recognition in 138 languages
- Batch conversion with Office export and searchable PDFs
- Cloud export, forms, barcodes, and PDF/A archive support
Where it doesn't
- No free plan
- Desktop support is limited to Windows and macOS
- Perpetual licenses start at $99 one-time
- ExactScan8.3/10 · 14-day trial
A capable scanner utility for multi-page workflows, with key automation reserved for Pro.
Visit ExactScanFull verdict → - Readiris PDF8.2/10 · Paid
A capable desktop choice for OCR-heavy PDF conversion, editing, and document organization.
Visit Readiris PDFFull verdict →
ExactScan vs Readiris PDF: questions
Which is better for document scanning software, ExactScan or Readiris PDF?
ExactScan scores higher on our rubric for document scanning software: 8.3 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.
How do ExactScan and Readiris PDF compare?
All 4 checks we put side by side come out level: neither leads on any.
Do ExactScan and Readiris PDF have a free plan?
ExactScan: No. Readiris PDF: No.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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